DaDa & Co

DaDa & Co was born from a love of authentic Italian cooking, recipes passed down through generations, and the joy of sharing delicious homemade food with family and friends.

Our goal is to keep our family’s culinary traditions alive by inviting others to experience the true flavours of Italy in a warm, welcoming home.

What is it all about?

Our cooking classes are designed for anyone who loves good food, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced home cook. You’ll learn to prepare some of Italy’s most iconic and traditional dishes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

What can you expect?

1. Learn – We’ll guide you step by step through authentic Italian recipes, sharing family tips and techniques in a fun, informal setting.
2. Cook – Together we’ll prepare every dish from scratch using fresh, quality ingredients.
3. Enjoy – Once the cooking is finished, we’ll sit down together to enjoy the meal we’ve created, just like family and good friends do in Italy.

Come hungry, have fun, and leave with new skills, great memories, and recipes you’ll be able to recreate at home! 🇮🇹🍝

 

What You’ll Learn

🍝 Pasta Class

Learn how to make authentic fresh Italian pasta from scratch, using either traditional egg pasta or egg-free dough upon request. You’ll prepare classics such as tagliatelle, spaghetti and stuffed ravioli, then discover how to pair them with delicious homemade sauces the traditional Italian way.

Enjoy your freshly made pasta with three classic sauces:

• 🟢 Pesto (Green)
• ⚪ Cream or Cheese (White)
• 🔴 Tomato (Red)

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🍕 Pizza Class

Master the art of making authentic Italian pizza at home. You’ll learn how to prepare the perfect dough for a standard home oven, along with tips on selecting and combining toppings for the best flavour and texture.

At the end of the class you’ll enjoy your freshly baked pizzas with three different topping combinations.

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🟠 Arancini Class

Discover how to make authentic Sicilian arancini from scratch. Learn how to prepare the rice, create delicious fillings, coat them perfectly and fry them until they’re beautifully golden and crispy.

Enjoy your homemade arancini with three traditional fillings.

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🥔 Gnocchi Class ⭐ Most Popular

Learn to make soft, pillowy potato gnocchi just as our grandmothers taught us.

Or try our guests’ favourite: Ricotta Gnocchi, made with fresh ricotta instead of potatoes. They’re lighter, delicate and incredibly delicious.

You’ll enjoy your handmade gnocchi with three classic Italian sauces:

• 🟢 Pesto
• ⚪ Cream or Cheese
• 🔴 Tomato

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What’s Included

• Approximately 3 hours
• Hands-on cooking class
• All ingredients provided
• Dinner featuring everything you prepare
• Recipes to take home
• Small private class

Pricing (per person)

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Private Experience

Your booking is always private. You’ll only share the class with the people included in your booking, never with other guests.

📍 Location

Classes are held in our home in Port Melbourne, conveniently located just a short walk from Coles on Bay Street.

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🗓️ Class Schedule

Classes are available on:

• Friday
• Saturday
• Sunday

Choose your preferred time:

• 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
• 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
• 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

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📅 Booking Information

Bookings must be made at least one week in advance to allow us time to prepare the freshest ingredients and provide the best possible experience.

All classes are private, so you’ll only share the experience with the people included in your booking, never with other guests.